The Xbox host helper on Windows was disabled on August 28 and was replaced by Xbox application.

Thanks to CTOnews.com netizens Alejandro86 and Domado for the clue delivery! CTOnews.com July 30, Microsoft Xbox announced that it will abandon the Xbox host helper application on Windows and transfer it to Xbox application on August 28.

CTOnews.com notes that the Windows version of the Xbox app is the location where you can play games and manage computer game content on Windows devices. Whether you are a Game Pass member of Xbox Game Pass or PC, or have purchased games from Microsoft Store, you can play games in the app.

Manage Xbox files: change player pictures, online status, privacy settings, etc.

Xbox Game Pass: visit more than 100 high-quality games, including iconic Bethesda games, new games released that day, and EA Play.

Microsoft official Mall: games purchased from Microsoft Store are ready to be installed from Xbox apps.

Xbox Social: connect and chat with friends, link to social media accounts, launch or join groups, and see what's going on in the community based on the games you play.

Xbox cloud games: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can immediately start playing Xbox host games in the cloud without installation.

Remote games: play games directly from the Xbox host on the Windows device.